CPSCApril 5, 2018

Mizco International Power Bank Charging Stations recall: Fire and Burn Hazards

Mizco International Recalls Power Bank Charging Stations Due to Fire and Burn Hazards; Sold at The Container Store

Why was Mizco International Power Bank Charging Stations recalled?

When the unit is being charged, it can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled charging stations and contact The Container Store for instructions on how to receive a full refund. Contact: The Container Store toll-free at 888-266-8246 from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT anytime, via email at [email protected] or online at www.containerstore.com and click on Product Recall for more information.

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.

Product
Re-fuel power bank charging stations
Company
Mizco International Inc., of Avenel, N.J
Quantity
About 6,000
Sold at
The Container Store stores nationwide from October 2017 through February 2018 for about $40.
Recall date
April 5, 2018
Incidents / injuries
The firm has received five reports of power bank charging stations overheating and melting. No injuries have been reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

This recall involves the Re-fuel by Digipower Grab and Go Family Pack portable power bank charging stations. The power bank charger is a self-contained energy source used to charge cell phones and other devices when an electrical outlet is not available. The unit consists of three (black, gray and green) 2600 mAh re-chargeable lithium-ion battery chargers that sit on a recharging docking station. Each power bank is oval in shape and measures approximately 3.75 inches long by 1.25 inches high by 0.75 inches wide. "re-fuel by DIGIPOWER" is printed on each power bank. Item number RF-TRIP is printed on the bottom of the charging station.

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